July 30, 1922 - April 23, 2019
Bob and Tom, Just got back in KC and was sorry to hear of your father's passing. It was my pleasure to get to know you dad when I started working at KCAI and he was on the board of trustees. Then the two of you continued to tradition of Bloch family member on the board. Always enjoyed talking with Henry as was a true "gentleman".
Posted by: Ronald Cattelino - Lenexa, KS
Apr 30, 2019
My condolences to the Bloch Family for the loss of your dear HENRY. He revolutionized filing taxes. Many individual around the world are familiar with H&R Bloch, although we were not aware of his other great works to humanity, our Creator will reward him for that (Proverbs 19:17) ~ Linda, Queens, NY
Posted by: A friend
Apr 29, 2019
Mary Jo, this week took me back to a very rainy Fall afternoon circa 1972 (I think). If you remember, you guys had just gotten that little sports car out of the body shop and I met you (literally) head on in your driveway in our Ford Pinto. When I noticed your dad looking out from the window, I was crushed/scared like crazy. Not to worry, however. He picked up the tab for the repairs-both yours and my mom's. I remember your parents being so gracious, so down to earth. Your parents touched so many lives, and enriched us all. Just a few weeks ago, I walked through the modern art exhibit with our Marine Special Ops Vet son. Michael battles PTSD and hopes to enter the KCAI this Fall and ever since he was little he has been inspired by the grace of your parents. May you take comfort that their gift of their lives to us all will live on forever. Tony Wayne.
Posted by: Tony Wayne - Overland Park, KS
Apr 26, 2019
My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of distress. Remember a pleasant time you spent with your loved one, and then thank God in prayer for the time you spent making that memory. This will no doubt bring you a sense of relief. An appreciative heart can help you to go on, despite any distressing events that you may face. (...Draw close to God and he will draw close to you....)
Posted by: A friend
Apr 25, 2019
Thank you so much for all you have done my condolences go out to your Family and love ones you are truly an icon a great person who could truly be missed by all may our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ bless you you will be greatly missed by all who love you thank you again for all you have done .
Posted by: Nankita Perez - Kansas City, MO
Apr 25, 2019
Thank You so Very Much all that you have done you will be greatly missed by those who love you my condolences goes to your family and your love ones may you rest in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ thank you so much and God bless you.
Posted by: Nankita Perez - Kansas City, MO
Apr 25, 2019
My condolences to you and your family.Henry did love my father and did did all his billboards allover the country.And his brother Richard was there talking to him about his Cancer which was a great Mitzvah he did to help him try to get through his painful and courageous time of my dad's life. I thank-you God for The Blocks and being there for the love of our family's needs and your love and support.May Hashem guide you through this time like The Block family did for us.God bless you and your family.
Posted by: Karen Temple/Mendelsohn - Tucson, AZ
Apr 24, 2019
I first meet Henry as a first year tax pro in Atlanta; after taking the tax class instead of singing an agreement to work for a company in Atlanta for 5 years. I am still an H&R Block tax pro 49 years later and seeing Henry and hearing him many more times. I left Atlanta 2 year later and moved to Jackson MS where I worked for H&R Block and then bought a franchise in Clinton ,MS. It always a treat to see and hear him speak.
Carolyn Burch
Posted by: Carolyn Burch - Clinton, MS
Apr 24, 2019
It is easy for me to express kind words for Mr. Henry Bloch. He did so many great things for Kansas City and his legacy will live forever. He was most generous and he remained such a humble and kind man. I am glad I knew Henry Bloch. I will his his presence in the city but I know in my heart he will still influence the many cultures he supported such as the Nelson-Atkins Art Gallery and his love for our Children's Mercy Hospital--one of our nation's greatest children's hospitals! "Goodbye for now, Henry. I pray to see you in Heaven."
Posted by: Daniel H. Disney - Kansas City, MO - family
Apr 24, 2019
Henry Bloch was a longtime good friend! He was quite generous and he helped make Kansas City the wonderful city it is today. He has supported so much of the cultural life in Kansas City. His generous and kind donations to the Nelson-Atkins Gallery of Art and Children's Mercy Hospital, among many others, are living tributes to his generous spirit. Henry will be missed but his spirit will live on into perpetuity! I shall personally miss Henry and will always remember his kindness to me and my family. God bless Henry Bloch and his beloved family.
Posted by: Charles Elias Disney - Kansas City, MO - friend
Apr 24, 2019
In expressing my sympathy to the Bloch family, I would like to say that it brings much delight to me to read about people who have accomplished a measure of financial worth in life and are willing to share it with others. It can be said that happy people are those who like to share with others. The Block businesses are known throughout the world, and the Bloch brothers can be proud to know that they provided jobs and other financial help for many people. It is good to know that Henry lived to be 96 years old. I am sure he experienced and learned a lot in life throughout such longevity. May the family find encouragement in knowing that God is aware of all of his creation. He does not forget those in his memory who have fallen asleep in death.
Posted by: A friend
Apr 24, 2019
I was fortunate to work part-time for H&R Block as a college student in the 1970's. Echoing the good works of Mr. Bloch, the corporation treated all employees, even part-timers, with dignity and respect. May you Rest In Peace, Mr. Bloch knowing that you helped this individual in his business career. Thank You.
Posted by: Bob Paszczyk - Tinley Park, IL - coworker
Apr 23, 2019